1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 418 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ATS (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Daihatsu Delta | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
Model | Delta | ATS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2776 mm |